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Construction Employers PodcastEP 94, Q1 2025 Review with Kent Crytzer, Director of Safety for CEAIn this episode of the Construction Employers Podcast, Kent Cryzter breaks down Q1 safety highlights, shares details on the 13th Annual Safety Day, and talks about the latest hands-on training classes designed to help your team stay OSHA-compliant and job-site ready.Don’t miss these important updates to keep your workforce safe and informed. 2025-04-1510 minConstruction Employers PodcastEP 93, Q1 2025 Review with Glen Shumate Executive Vice President of CEAListen in as Glen, Executive Vice President and Executive Director of the Contractor Assistance Association (CAA), dives into a jam-packed episode full of insights and updates.🔹 Q1 2025 -End Recap: the latest in ADVOCACY, CAA highlights, and key movements from ACE. 🔹 What’s Next?: what’s on the horizon for education, workforce, and inclusion programs. 🔹 Behind the Scenes: Get a front-row seat to Glen’s work on Diversity and inclusion Committees and State and local Workforce Initiatives.Tune in now – You won’t want to miss this one. 2025-04-0837 minConstruction Employers PodcastEP 92, Q1 2025 Review with Jackie Ruhlin Director of Member EngagementIn this episode, Director of Member Engagement Jackie Ruhlin sits down with Myra Rosario, our Communications Lead, for a candid conversation about everything happening in Q1 and what exciting opportunities are coming up next.From new educational programs to upcoming events, Jackie shares key updates every member should know to get the most out of their membership. 2025-04-0114 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 91, Women in Construction discussion with Tari Rivera, Morgen Cost and Jackie Tesar-Valek In this special episode of the Construction Employer’s Podcast, we celebrate Women’s History Month and Women in Construction by spotlighting the powerful women shaping the construction industry. Host Tim Linville sits down with three inspiring leaders: Tari Rivera, CEA Board President and CEO of Regency Construction Services; Morgen Cost, CEO of Cleveland Building Restoration; and Jackie Tesar-Valek, COO of Tesar Industrial. Together, they reflect on the progress women have made in construction, share their personal journeys, and discuss what the future holds for women entering and le...2025-03-2629 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 90, 2024 Year in ReviewCEA Department heads come together to recap the wins for 2024 and talk about the strategic plan for 2025. 2025-01-121h 02
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 89, County Update with Pernel Jones, Jr.Cuyahoga County Council President, Pernel Jones, Jr. Joins Tim and Glen on the podcast to provide us with an update on the county policies and procedures as it relates to the construction industry. 2024-11-2748 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 88, OSHA Policy UpdatesOn today’s show, Tim sat down with Mike Pascoe and Colten Siedlarczyk to talk about OSHA Policy Updates and information. Take a listen to learn more! 2024-11-1845 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 87, Meet the Member- OCP ContractorsOn this episode, Tim Linville and Jackie Ruhlin sit down with OCP Contractor’s General Manager Sean Parker and Senior Superintendent Scott Tomala to discuss new projects and initiatives they are working on. 2024-10-2929 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 86: CSU Construction Management Degree ProgramOn this episode we sat down with Tony DiGeronimo, Richard Schoepoerster, Tim O’Callahan, and Steven Duffy to discuss the new Construction Management Program at Cleveland State University. This program will begin instruction in Fall 2024 and will help strengthen the construction workforce pipeline. 2024-10-2436 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 85, Meet the Member- Mualem Law FirmOn this episode, we sat down with new CEA Member, Mualem Law Firm to talk about owner Nataly’s career, getting started working in the construction industry, and her H-2B visa program. 2024-10-1539 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 84, Third Quarter Review with Jackie RuhlinMyra Rosario, Lead of CEA’s Communications Team, sat down with the Director of Member Engagement, Jackie Ruhlin to discuss highlights of the third quarter of 2024. 2024-10-1518 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 83, Third Quarter Review with Kent CrytzerMyra Rosario sits down with CEA’s Safety Director, Kent Crytzer, to recap the safety initiatives from the third quarter of 2024. 2024-10-1506 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 82, Third Quarter Review with Keith LaschingerMyra Rosario sits down with Executive Director of Cleveland Builds Keith Laschinger to discuss program updates from the third quarter of 2024. 2024-10-0713 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 81, Third Quarter Review with Glen ShumateMyra Rosario sits down with CEA’s Executive Vice President Glen Shumate to recap the third quarter of 2024. Glen shares with us updates on the ACE Mentor Program, Contractors Assistance Association (CAA), education series, and advocacy efforts.  2024-10-0222 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 80, Young Professionals Education SeriesOn this episode we sat down with Jackie Ruhlin, Elise Nagy and Jeremy Angel to learn more about the new Young Professionals Education Series. This set of classes aims to provide workforce development opportunities for construction professionals at all levels of the industry.  2024-08-1315 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 79, Second Quarter Update with Kent CrytzerMyra Rosario sits down with CEA’s Safety Director, Kent Crytzer, to recap the safety initiatives from the second quarter of 2024, including OSHA Inspections, Workzone Safety, and more. 2024-07-2319 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 77, Second Quarter Update with Jackie RuhlinMyra Rosario, Lead of CEA’s Communications Team, sat down with the Director of Member Engagement, Jackie Ruhlin to discuss highlights of the second quarter of 2024. 2024-07-1617 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 78, Second Quarter Update with Keith LaschingerMyra Rosario sits down with Executive Director of Cleveland Builds Keith Laschinger to discuss program updates from the second quarter of 2024. 2024-07-1613 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 76, Second Quarter Update with Glen ShumateMyra Rosario sits down with CEA’s Executive Vice President Glen Shumate to recap the second quarter of 2024. Glen shares with us updates on the ACE Mentor Program, Contractors Assistance Association (CAA), education series, and advocacy efforts.  2024-07-1237 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 75, Risk of Opioids in the WorkplaceOpioids impact both the overall mental health and wellbeing of the workforce as well as company performance. The construction industry has been adversely impacted by the nation’s ongoing opioid crisis. Today we sat down with Cal Beyer from SAFE Projects to discuss this topic, resources available and how to get help if you need it.  If you or someone you know is suffering with addiction, please reach out for help. Resources are available at: www.safeproject.us. 2024-05-2437 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 74, Max Hayes High School Construction ProgramOn this episode, special guest host Jayson Richardson sat down with Keith Laschinger and AC Fenderson from Cleveland Builds and Jim Mulgrew from Max Hayes High School to discuss the connection between the construction program at Max Hayes High School and Cleveland Builds. 2024-05-2444 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 72, Q1 Review with Keith LaschingerMyra Rosario sits down with Executive Director of Cleveland Builds Keith Laschinger to discuss program updates from the first quarter of 2024. 2024-04-1642 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 73, Q1 Review with Kent CrytzerMyra Rosario sits down with CEA’s Safety Director, Kent Crytzer, to recap the safety initiatives from first quarter of 2024, including Safety Day and OSHA Reporting Requirements. 2024-04-1613 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 71, Q1 Review with Glen ShumateMyra Rosario sits down with CEA’s Executive Vice President Glen Shumate to recap the first quarter of 2024. Glen shares with us updates on the ACE Mentor Program, Contractors Assistance Association (CAA), education series, and advocacy efforts.  2024-04-1544 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 70, Meet Jackie RuhlinMyra Rosario, Lead of CEA’s Communications Team, sat down with the new Director of Member Engagement, Jackie Ruhlin to discuss her career, highlights of the first quarter 2024, and what’s new at CEA! 2024-04-1511 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 69, Meet Ariane KirkpatrickMeet CEA Member, Ariane Kirkpatrick, CEO of the AKA Team, as she joins us to discuss her career, core values and navigating construction ownership while working in her many other businesses. Take a listen. 2024-04-051h 08
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 68, Meet Kyle MerrillOn this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Senior Vice President of the Gilbane Building Company, Kyle Merrill. He shares with us his career and achievements, as well as news and upcoming projects at Gilbane. 2024-03-1833 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 67, ACE Mentor Program UpdateThe ACE Mentorship Program is designed to build a diverse talent pipeline for the union construction industry. The Cleveland chapter currently finished their strategic plan for 2024-2026. In this episode, Glen Shumate sits down with Janus Small and Matt Danis to talk about the program’s initiatives and events for this coming year and beyond. 2024-03-0455 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 66, May Dugan Center's Andy Traras and Sarah EdelmanAndy Trares and Sarah Edelman joined us on today’s show to share the mission and work of the May Dugan Center in Cleveland, which helps people to enrich and enhance their lives and community. The May Dugan Center is a lifeline for over 20,000 individuals and families who need effective and meaningful programs that will improve their lives and their communities.Website - Home | May Dugan Center Andy Trares - Andy Trares | LinkedIn Deputy Director, May Dugan Center Sarah Edelman - 2024-02-1425 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 65, 2023 Year in ReviewCEA Department heads come together to recap the wins for 2023 and talk about the strategic plan for 2024. Take a listen. Glen Shumate - Glen Shumate | LinkedIn Executive Vice President, CEA Executive Director, ACE Mentor Cleveland Executive Director, CAA Kent Crytzer - Kent J. Crytzer, CSP | LinkedIn Director of Safety, CEA Keith Laschinger - Keith Laschinger | LinkedIn Executive Director, Cleveland Builds Executive Director, Friends of Max S. Hayes High School Myra Rosario - Myra R...2024-02-071h 14
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 64, OSHA Area Director, Todd JensenOn this episode, we sat down with the Toledo area OSHA Director, Todd Jensen to discuss news and updates for the region. CEA’s Safety Director, Kent Crytzer also gives us a preview of what’s on the agenda for the 2024 Safety Day. 2024-01-3132 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 63, Adrian Maldonado, Kathryn Hall, and Glen Shumate of CAAOn today’s episode of the Construction Employers Podcast, we sat down with Contractors Assistance Association leadership, Adrian Maldonado, Kathryn Hall and Glen Shumate to discuss the initiatives accomplished in 2023 and what’s in store for 2024! GUESTSAdrian MaldonadoKathryn HallGlen ShumateCONTRACTORS ASSISTANCE ASSOCIATIONWebsiteLinkedIn 2024-01-2458 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 62, Contractor Beware - Construction Contracts with Attorney John GambillJohn A. Gambill, Partner at Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, discusses terms in Ohio construction contracts contractors should beware of. LinkedInWebsiteEmail: jgambill@taftlaw.com Phone: 614-334-6114 2023-12-1938 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 61, Chris Halapy and Matt Danis of Shook ConstructionListen in as Chris Halapy and Matt Danis of Shook Construction tell the Shook story and describe the 97-year-old company's mission, vision and values. LinkedInChris Halapy | LinkedIn Matthew Danis, MBA, CPSM | LinkedIn Shook Construction Episode #19, November 2019 (Shook's Mission Trip to Bolivia)2023-11-0959 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 60, Elise Nagy and Tom FitzGerald of CEA's Future Executives CommitteeElise Nagy (Turner Construction) and Tom FitzGerald (Precision Environmental), Chair and Vice-Chair of CEA's Future Executives Committee, talk with Tim Linville and Myra Rosario about their involvement with and questions about CEA. Elise NagyTom FitzGerald2023-11-0644 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 59, Shakorie Davis of Next Generation ConstructionOn this episode, we sit down with the President of Next Generation Construction, Shakorie Davis. Shak shares with us his personal success story – from growing up on E. 55th & Woodland to becoming a successful contractor and business owner. Listen as Shak talks about how he built his company, different projects, his family, inclusion initiatives, the value of engaging in an industry association, and the importance of relationships in pursuing success. WebsiteLinkedIn 2023-10-131h 12
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 58, Morgen and Trevor Cost of Cleveland Building Restoration, Total Roofing, and Warren RoofingToday we sat down with Trevor and Morgen Cost who each serve on CEA's Board of Directors. They are both successful construction owners and Building Excellence Award winners! Take a listen to learn more about their personal and business successes, lessons learned and important involvement with CEA and the community. LinkedInMorgenTrevorWebsitesCleveland Building RestorationTotal RoofingWarren Roofing & Insulating 2023-09-2554 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 57, New Construction Management Degree at Cleveland State UniversityIn this episode, Tim Linville lays out CEA's five long-range planning initiatives and give a progress update on the Association's effort to start a new Bachelors and Masters degree program in construction management at Cleveland State University. CSU CM Program 2023-09-1815 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 56, OSHA Area Director, Howard EbertsOSHA Cleveland Area Director, Howard Eberts, joins Tim Linville and Myra Rosario to discuss the Fall National Emphasis Program (NEP) and Heat Stress initiative along with other news on safety happening in the Cleveland region. OSHA WebsiteHeat Illness Prevention CampaignFall PreventionTrenchingWorkers Memorial Day 2023-09-1145 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 55, Tari Rivera of Regency Construction ServicesListen in as Tari Rivera, President and founder of Regency Construction Services, describes her career in construction and journey towards success as a business founder and owner. Tari serves as Vice-Chair of the CEA Board of Directors and on the Board of Cleveland Builds. She is a past Chair of ACE Mentor Cleveland and has been very active promoting construction careers to young women and girls through the YWCA, National Association of Women in Construction and with the Carpenters Union. LinkedInWebsite 2023-09-0546 min
Construction Employers PodcastEp. 54, Drew Salyer of DriveTeamDrew Salyer is a driving force in the world of regulations. With over two decades of experience in the industry, he has successfully navigated the complex landscape of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) regulations. His deep understanding of these regulations, combined with his strategic leadership, has helped countless companies streamline their operations while ensuring full compliance. Listen as Tim Linville and Kent Crytzer talk with Drew about a new safety partnership between CEA and Drive Team. LinkedInWebsitePhone: 330-922-31002023-08-2926 minConstruction Employers PodcastEp. 53, CEA's Legislative Advocacy EffortsCEA's lobbyists, Paul Kudlak and Chris Sinagra, talk about how contractors can benefit from and get involved with CEA's legislative advocacy efforts and current issues.Co-Hosts: Glen Shumate & Myra Rosario 2023-07-231h 06